I wouldn't say that. They both are spectacular in their own right. The way La La Land utilized natural light (among it's fantastic interior setups) is incredible.
Kylian Weijers honestly films like this is why I’ve been getting distant with my writing. I want to show the emotion through a lens rather through writing. Idk maybe I’m just really into cameras rn.
Xenonic2 you’re not alone I myself own a Isco Ultrastar 2x anamorphic lens I have to pull manual focus on my bike videos but when you work with it it’ll come to you 💯 I’m working on short films for college so I’m excited to dip into the film world
I'm trying to find an interview of him talking about the water scene. I found this part of the film to be one of my favorite scenes. Maybe because of my connection to the ocean through surfing but also because of how it was shot. I know most directors and cinematographers love film and I totally agree but this might be the first movie that I've fallen for digital. The contrast and color add so much to the story.
I didn't truly appreciate him the first time I watched. Now the 2 older actors (Andre & Trevante) are by far my favourites in the film. That whole third act was utter perfection!
The cinematography reminds me a lot of the movie 'Blood Diamond'. Especially the way that the background seems to twist in some parts, as well as a lot of the color grading.
Any other year, Moonlight could easily win an Oscar for cinematography. However, La La Land’s colour schemes and visuals were just beautiful. That being said, both films are incredibly beautiful to look at.
Barry jenkins is very very ifluenced by wong kar wai.He said that before ,when he told that Chunkgking Express influenced him,but,you dont know that,is very perceptive in his way of filmmaking
They shot on Hawk V-lite anamorphics so they probably strayed from wide angles because it would introduce a lot of barrel distortion to the image which might not have gone with he mood. There are definitely some shots where you can see it. I also think this is such a personal and intimate story that that reason may have decided much of the tighter focal length picks.
Media Buster ...I think it helps highlights the nervousness of the characters, their insecurities at letting their guard down after all the years that have passed. They’re reaching out to each other not knowing if it’s real or if it will result in rejection and heartbreak.
Pablo Alex try to enable english subtitles on settings on the right, they are automatically on almost every video on youtube. Cinematographer talks about natural bar lighting, which adds softness and amber tones to the faces. Also about being close with camera as much as possible, so the viewer feels more connected to them and the story. He talks about lenses and tech choices that creates emotional tone.
I just noticed something for the first time after seeing this film a number of times. If you look at 2:13, in the background the sticker between them, or whatever it is, kind of looks like a gay rainbow flag. Another subtlety in this masterpiece of a movie
You can see the camera shadow on the white car in the opening shot here. Great cinematography tho.... (this is a joke. Yes it was amazing, but why!!!!)
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This movie is nothing less than cinematic magic.
avidreader 231 🙌🏼
the most beautiful movie of the last decade
I was hoping this would win the Oscar for cinematography.
way better than la la land right ?
The cinematography in Moonlight is much more suddle than it is on La La Land, that's probably the reason it isn't as recognised.
I wouldn't say that. They both are spectacular in their own right. The way La La Land utilized natural light (among it's fantastic interior setups) is incredible.
The threee best competitors for best cinematography was:
Arrival
La la land
Moonlight
Nuff said
Can we also talk about how damn good this focus puller is???
damn yes he must have had a very hard time. wide open anamorphic lenses through the whole movie
Kylian Weijers ikr
Kylian Weijers honestly films like this is why I’ve been getting distant with my writing. I want to show the emotion through a lens rather through writing. Idk maybe I’m just really into cameras rn.
Xenonic2 you’re not alone I myself own a Isco Ultrastar 2x anamorphic lens I have to pull manual focus on my bike videos but when you work with it it’ll come to you 💯 I’m working on short films for college so I’m excited to dip into the film world
Bloomfield Productions that sounds awesome man! I wish you the best and hope you come out with some awesome films
This movie and get out should be taught at movie schools. Amazing.
Funny u said that...those are the last two films we are watching in my film class. We’re currently on Moonlight.
I absolutely loved this entire scene in the restaurant!!!!
I am honestly glad to be alive in a time where movies are getting so good....kinda hope a trend of excellent films starts being a thing.
I'm trying to find an interview of him talking about the water scene. I found this part of the film to be one of my favorite scenes. Maybe because of my connection to the ocean through surfing but also because of how it was shot. I know most directors and cinematographers love film and I totally agree but this might be the first movie that I've fallen for digital. The contrast and color add so much to the story.
Found it. filmmakermagazine.com/100603-a-one-camera-show-dp-james-laxton-on-moonlight/#.XButl6eZPRY
That dinner scene is magical
Should have won the Oscar for cinematography!
I love Andre, he's soooo sensual and charismatic
J IV He is very sensual
I didn't truly appreciate him the first time I watched. Now the 2 older actors (Andre & Trevante) are by far my favourites in the film. That whole third act was utter perfection!
J IV I never saw this show, but he looks good lol
I wish more artists explained the how and shared their knowledge. Thank you for posting.
Must watch for aspiring DPs!
As someone who loves la la land and thinks the cinematography was great, this absolutely should have won!! Should have won for best editing too.
What a beautiful job he has and how talented he is.
i'll never get over moonlight not winning best cinematography
This is great. If anyone's interested, I have a video on my channel looking at how colour is used within the film.
criticole you do amazing work! This is the channel I was looking for! Thanks so much for making videos, you've got a 50th subscriber :)
criticole
whoa this is cool
Hey it's Mat
Cinematography Database ayee
U cool
Staring into the lens is quality!!!
Truly enjoyed this peek into the cinematography of this extraordinary movie. Hope there will be more of such videos.
The cinematography reminds me a lot of the movie 'Blood Diamond'. Especially the way that the background seems to twist in some parts, as well as a lot of the color grading.
did a moonlight edit it would be nice for you to check it out :)
Soooo Doooppppeeeeeeee!!!! Was waiting for someone to cover some BTS for Moonlight! Thank You TIFF!!!!!
Beautiful!!!
One thing maybe for next time, please ask what focal length and lens was used...just a thought...i love this stuff!
Brilliant work and perfect synergy between the camera, director, actors and text
Any other year, Moonlight could easily win an Oscar for cinematography. However, La La Land’s colour schemes and visuals were just beautiful. That being said, both films are incredibly beautiful to look at.
This Film is Sooo GOOD. ThnkU.
Love this. So excited to see If Beale Street Could Talk.
i need to hire this guy
This has Wong Kar-wai and Edward Yang all over it.
I loved this film
Wow, I got great idea to take some great selfies next time when I go back to Rome, NYC or Paris. Thanks for sharing the shooting tips.
This is awesome. Just pure awesome.
Trevante and Andre were excellent and really handsome
This is very competent, it’s good to see stylistic cinematography.
More ! More!
Brittany Guerin
That was beautiful
I have to give this white boy credit. He did a fine job lighting black images. He had to have a black ac. No shade. lol
Lmao
Beautiful described...thank you.
Keep up the good work!
Is there more? Where can I watch the rest pls?
Barry jenkins is very very ifluenced by wong kar wai.He said that before ,when he told that Chunkgking Express influenced him,but,you dont know that,is very perceptive in his way of filmmaking
What was the most common focal lengths used on Moonlight, James? A lot of these look like medium to long lenses. Hardly any wide angle perspectives
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They shot on Hawk V-lite anamorphics so they probably strayed from wide angles because it would introduce a lot of barrel distortion to the image which might not have gone with he mood. There are definitely some shots where you can see it. I also think this is such a personal and intimate story that that reason may have decided much of the tighter focal length picks.
Great.thnc tiff!
You couldn't fix the shutter speed to avoid the constant background flickering from the fluorescent light?
Media Buster ...I think it helps highlights the nervousness of the characters, their insecurities at letting their guard down after all the years that have passed. They’re reaching out to each other not knowing if it’s real or if it will result in rejection and heartbreak.
@@steveleeart I think you are reading too much into it. It's 99% likely just that they used the wrong shutter speed or didn't change the light bulbs.
@@MediaBuster I think intentional because it also happens often in this movie, it might be distracting for some and interesting for the other
@@NightKreators not on purpose...
@@MediaBuster It might not be or they are just constantly shooting onto one shutter and didn't bother about flickering light.
Nice eye! How long have you been shooting?
Please can someone explain me what did he say about his cinematography? I just don't hear well...
Pablo Alex try to enable english subtitles on settings on the right, they are automatically on almost every video on youtube. Cinematographer talks about natural bar lighting, which adds softness and amber tones to the faces. Also about being close with camera as much as possible, so the viewer feels more connected to them and the story. He talks about lenses and tech choices that creates emotional tone.
I think I rewind 2:03 a billion times. 😂😂🤣
🤣🤣 i see
what name if movie
I just noticed something for the first time after seeing this film a number of times. If you look at 2:13, in the background the sticker between them, or whatever it is, kind of looks like a gay rainbow flag. Another subtlety in this masterpiece of a movie
I'm not a fan of the subject matter of this film. But I love the cinematography used in it! Bravo!
Child please !!! That scene when there eyes meet, I wish I was a dude
You can see the camera shadow on the white car in the opening shot here. Great cinematography tho.... (this is a joke. Yes it was amazing, but why!!!!)
very interesting video, shame I think generally the 3rd act lost a lot of pace compared to the others
The third part was the story. It sums up all what went before.
How could this master participate in f7cking tusk?
I wonder why a boring movie like la la land won sont oscars over Moonlight.
El King's What are you talking about? Moonlight won.
What?
la la land cinematography is dog shit. this should've won.
U high?
It's not dog shit cinematography, it's good, just not better than Moonlight's
UnbelievabIeMontages It's not dog shit, dog shit cinematography is the corny style without substance Danish Girl stuff.
says the guy who likes everything about star wars
stfu, you complain about thor ragnarok, but never anything about star wars.
mooore
I hate the story but the cinematography was great
This was a painfully slow movie.